Russel
boy name#3949 in 2025Russel entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #282 in 1913, ranks #3949 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3949
rank today
#282
peak (1913)
27
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #731 |
| 1890s | #404 |
| 1900s | #355 |
| 1910s | #312 |
| 1920s | #314 |
| 1930s | #418 |
| 1940s | #474 |
| 1950s | #546 |
| 1960s | #591 |
| 1970s | #781 |
| 1980s | #988 |
| 1990s | #1763 |
| 2000s | #2947 |
| 2010s | #4056 |
| 2020s | #4504 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Russel has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 7,100 people named Russel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Russel alive today was born around 1943, making them about 82 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Russel in 2025?
- Russel ranks #3949 among US boy names in 2025, with 27 babies given the name.
- When was the name Russel most popular?
- Russel peaked in 1913, reaching #282 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Russel with classmates?
- Russel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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